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Articles from the November 28, 2022 edition


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  • Local service clubs struggle with declining, aging membership

    Olivia Hobson, Cascadia Daily News|Updated Nov 28, 2022

    Service clubs in Bellingham are struggling with declining membership across the board. As longtime members get older and younger professionals struggle with the time commitments that traditionally come with being part of service organizations, clubs like Kiwanis, Rotary and Lions are finding ways to fundraise, organize events and recruit new faces. Kiwanis Club of Bellingham is still making plans to support the kids of Bellingham and Whatcom County in the upcoming year...

  • 'Tree of Life' springs at Ridgefield High School

    Rick Bannan, The Reflector|Updated Nov 28, 2022

    On a chilly November day, rods of steel arose from the ground at Ridgefield High School. When completed, the metal will resemble grass blowing in the wind, and if the sculpture’s designer has his desire fulfilled, it will bring life to the outdoors of the high school. On Nov. 16, Battle Ground-based artist Curtis Pittman began the installation of the “Tree of Life,” his latest public artwork. The sculpture is part of a statewide program, which aims to install public art at co...

  • Restored orca sculpture will find a home in Edmonds

    Chris Trujillo, Edmonds Beacon|Updated Nov 28, 2022

    For nearly 30 years, former Edmonds resident John Hurley has continually played a part in the life of his iconic yet battered orca sculpture at Brackett's Landing. At 95 years old, he's still at it. The sculpture was removed in early September after beach walkers discovered the dorsal fin had been damaged. It sat at the Edmonds parks department for a while, but is back with Hurley in Olympia, where he now lives. Edmonds businessman Jeff Barnett, who own Salish Sea Brewing Co....

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